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Sati Satellite Communication Ltd is a public limited company, trading in a number of markets. It sells communication systems and satellite dishes. Many of its customers are private limited companies. State two characteristics of public limited companies that do not apply to private limited companies. State two characteristics of private limited companies that do not apply to public limited companies. ‘The shareholders of both public limited companies and private limited companies have limited liability’. What does this statement mean? Explain the benefits of trading in a number of markets. Sati Satellite Communication Ltd has seen a fall in sales and profits over the last two years. State three possible reasons for the fall in sales and profits over the last two years. The directors of the company are considering the following options: • increasing advertising and sales promotion • offering a wider range of products. What course of action would you recommend to the directors? Give reasons for your recommendation.
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THEORY
2010
Paper 2, Variant 3
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The Baha Theatre is a public sector enterprise. State two characteristics of a public sector enterprise. Explain one advantage of public sector enterprises to consumers. Adam is the new Advertising Manager of the Baha Theatre. He wishes to increase the number of people visiting the theatre. He is considering the following options: • reducing the price of tickets by 25% • changing the kinds of plays offered • advertising using posters and local radio. Discuss these options. Which option would you recommend? Give reasons for your choice. Kam Cinemas is a chain of cinemas that is privately owned. What is meant by the phrase privately owned ? Explain one advantage to Kam Cinemas of being privately owned. Explain why Kam Cinemas should have both public liability insurance and employer’s liability insurance. State two factors that would affect the premiums charged for insurance cover.
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2013
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